LPN - Day Shift - Loudon, United States - Lakewood Place

Description

Job Description

Job Description
Position: LPN
Supervisor: Director of Wellness

Summary of Responsibilities:
Directly supervise all employees of the Nursing Department while on shift, with final supervisor authority resting with
the Director of Wellness. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization and nursing
policies and procedures while following applicable laws. Responsibilities include supervision of Resident Assistants,
medication administration and assessment, planning and implementation of ISP.

Duties:
1. Administers and/or supervises the self-administration of medications.
2. Verifies identity of resident receiving medication, verifies that the correct medication is being given and records
time of administration on MAR/electronic record.
3. Administers Medication to resident and observes ingestion or other application.
4. Assists Resident Assistants as needed with the resident in any daily routines, any personal care and
housekeeping tasks that the resident needs assistance in performing.
5. Obtains and records resident's vital signs (Temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and weight) as
directed.
6. Observes residents to detect response to specified types of medications and prepares report or notifies
designated personnel of unexpected reactions.
7. Provides input in the formulation and evaluation of standards of care.
8. Counsels residents in identifying and resolving social or other problems.
9. Informs families when mail order medicines need to be reordered.
10. Talk to physician offices and doctors as needed to take phone orders or change orders for a resident.
11. Assures call lights are answered in a timely manner to attend to the residents' needs as soon as possible after
the call light is signaled.
12. Assists with dietary responsibilities, including serving meals and cleaning meal area, as needed.
13. Keep accurate counts of narcotics and document per policy.
14. Attends all training and conferences as required to stay abreast of changes in the organization and nursing
department.
15. Each employee will ensure all training required by State regulations is completed and documented each year.
16. Assures all Resident Assistant duties are performed as assigned and documented appropriately/electronic
record.
17. Participates in the care planning process as assigned.
18. Assists in the oversight of appropriate training for all nursing staff to assure requirements for State regulations
are met, as assigned by supervisor.
19. Addresses employee, family, and resident concerns to promote satisfaction and good communication.
20. Is fully knowledgeable of the fire evacuation and disaster policies of the community and participates, as
assigned, in fire and disaster drills.
21. Maintains confidentiality of all pertinent personal or health information concerning residents and staff.
22. Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor or the Executive Director and which relate to the success of
the community and happiness and wellbeing of our residents.

Education and Experience:
1. Graduation from High School or equivalent is required.
2. Must have active LPN license.
3. Must have current certification in CPR.
4. A minimum of a one-year certification from an accredited college or technical school is required.
5. Previous LPN experience is preferred.
6. Experience working with the Alzheimer's/Dementia residents is desirable.
7. Must be able to read, speak, and write the English Language

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, bend, talk, listen and hear. The
employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb stairs. The employee is
frequently required to use hands and fingers to touch, handle and feel, and required to reach with hands and arms. The
employee must be able to lift and/ or move objects greater than 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job
include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift
and transfer residents, using proper body mechanics, as needed.

Work Environment:
The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing
the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
Works in well-lighted/ventilated areas. Subjected to falls, burns from equipment, infectious diseases, substances, odors,
etc., throughout the workday. Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors,
etc.

Personal Characteristics and Skills:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following characteristics and skills:
1. Analytical: Synthesizes complex or diverse information/ collects and researches data; uses intuition and
experience to complement the data; designs work flows and procedures.
2. Problem-Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information
skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when
dealing with emotional topics.
3. Technical Skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities;
strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
4. Customer Service: Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs;
solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to request for service and assistance; meets
commitments.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without
interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
6. Delegation: Delegates work assignments; matches the responsibility to the person; gives authority to work
independently; sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
7. Leadership: Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively
influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to
others.

8. Judgement: Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgement; supports and
explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely
decisions.
9. Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect
and consideration; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
10. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
11. Must be caring and compassionate in dealing with residents and family members as well as staff.
12. Must know how to use a wide variety of medical equipment that is necessary tools of performing the job.
13. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people
within the community.
14. Must possess the ability to communicate with all levels of management, employees and outside contacts.
15. Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
16. Possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies
and the general public.
17. Possess leadership ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional staff.
18. Possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing
practice.
19. Willingness to work beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily when necessary.